Snakes in Lincoln County

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  Prairie Rattlesnake

  Crotalus viridis

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.

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  Western Massasauga

  Sistrurus tergeminus

  ▲ Venomous

  Stout, dark-blotched body, nine large scales on the crown, and a small rattle.

Every snake recorded in Lincoln County

Prairie Rattlesnake

Crotalus viridis

▲ Venomous

Western Massasauga

Sistrurus tergeminus

▲ Venomous

Gopher Snake

Pituophis catenifer

Harmless

Common Coachwhip

Masticophis flagellum

Harmless

North American Racer

Coluber constrictor

Harmless

Plains Hognose Snake

Heterodon nasicus

Harmless

Plains Garter Snake

Thamnophis radix

Harmless

Lined Snake

Tropidoclonion lineatum

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Lincoln County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Lincoln County, Colorado?

Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Lincoln County, Colorado, including Prairie Rattlesnake, Western Massasauga. Most snakes in Lincoln County, Colorado, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Lincoln County, Colorado?

8 snake species have verified records in Lincoln County, Colorado, of which 2 are venomous.

What is the most commonly seen snake in Lincoln County, Colorado?

The Prairie Rattlesnake is the most frequently reported snake in Lincoln County, Colorado, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Lincoln County, Colorado?

Keep your distance and do not try to catch or kill it. Most bites happen when people handle or corner a snake. If someone is bitten, contact local emergency services or poison control immediately.

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